Paphos, Cyprus

Shopping Tour in Paphos

The best shopping in Paphos isn't in the malls — it's on the streets. Independent boutiques, artisan workshops, vintage stores, and morning markets are scattered through neighborhoods that reward the walker with discoveries you can't find online.

Paphos is a Cypriot coastal city built on layers of mythology and ancient history, where UNESCO-listed Roman mosaics, medieval fortifications, and the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite create a unique walking destination.

Top Shopping Tour Spots

•Kato Paphos Archaeological Park (UNESCO) — a vast open-air site with remarkably preserved Roman floor mosaics from the 3rd-5th centuries depicting scenes from Greek mythology across four aristocratic villas
•Tombs of the Kings — an underground necropolis with rock-cut tombs from the 3rd century BCE, featuring Doric columns and peristyle courtyards carved into the coastal limestone
•Paphos Castle — a compact medieval castle rebuilt by the Ottomans at the harbor's edge, originally a Byzantine fort, now hosting the annual Paphos Aphrodite Festival

Hidden Shopping Tour Gems

•Avakas Gorge — a narrow limestone canyon in the Akamas Peninsula, a short drive from Paphos, with a dramatic walking trail between towering rock walls
•Agios Neophytos Monastery — a 12th-century monastery built into a hillside cave by a hermit, with original Byzantine frescoes in the cave chapel

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best shopping streets in Paphos?+

roamee's shopping tour of Paphos takes you through the best shopping neighborhoods — from local markets to indie boutiques to artisan workshops.

What markets should I visit in Paphos?+

roamee includes the best markets in Paphos — flea markets, food markets, and artisan markets — with insider tips on what to buy and when to go.

Can I do a self-guided shopping tour in Paphos?+

Yes — roamee creates a walking route through Paphos's best shopping areas with audio narration and local tips at every stop.

More Tours in Paphos

Food Tour Culture Tour History Tour Architecture Tour Nature Walk Off the Beaten Path Nightlife Tour Photography Tour Music & Arts Tour

View all Paphos tours